8 Workers Killed After Molten Steel Explodes at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
Rescue teams rushed in as officials said the blast sent hundreds of tonnes of molten steel across the shop floor and left six injured.
- On Monday, eight workers died and at least six were injured when molten metal spilled from a ladle at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant in Andhra Pradesh during production activities.
- Police reported that a blast occurred moments before tonnes of molten steel fell, igniting a major fire in the Steel Melting Shop.
- Following the accident, emergency response teams deployed several fire engines and dozens of firefighters to bring the blaze under control, while injured workers were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment.
- Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu expressed shock and grief, directing the District Collector and Police Commissioner to provide immediate assistance to affected families.
- Demanding a comprehensive inquiry, former Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy stressed that worker safety must remain the highest priority and called for strict enforcement of standards to prevent future tragedies.
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